IG Punjab cancels Eid holidays of all field formations

According to details, the decision has been taken to provide all possible security to citizens and cattle markets.

The IG Punjab said that most citizens return to their native towns on Eid, thus, it is the responsibility of police to provide security to their houses and belongings in the main cities.

“No officer or official working in field formations will go on leave and all of them should focus on patrolling plan during Eid holidays. Patrolling force should be increased in cattle markets and residential areas. All available resources should be utilized to provide security to the citizens,” said IG Punjab.

Inam Ghani further stated that Additional IGP PHP and District Police Officers should provide all possible security on the highways to the citizens going home on Eid holidays. He also instructed DIG Traffic to utilize all resources to ensure smooth flow of traffic.

A notification has also been issued in this regard; however, those on medical and travel leave will be exempted.